Bio
Regina Simons is an award-winning Native American filmmaker based in Salt Lake City, dedicated to creating impactful stories that champion strong and complex protagonists. Her work focuses on [re]presenting Native peoples in film through narrative, documentary, and experimental storytelling.
She holds an MFA in Film & Media Arts from the University of Utah, where she refined her craft and deepened her commitment to using film for truth-telling, cultural preservation, and generational healing.
Regina grew up in a performing family, where she gravitated toward the arts. She discovered her true calling behind the camera, finding joy in writing, directing, and editing.
Her academic journey and intellectual curiosity offer a unique perspective, blending cultural heritage with visual storytelling. For Regina, learning is a lifelong pursuit and as she often says, “As long as you are breathing, school is in session.”